President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of a legendary Super Eagles midfielder, Henry Onyemanze Nwosu, who died on Saturday at the age of 62.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his condolences to the family of Nwosu
He joined the Nigerian football community in mourning the exceptionally skilled Nwosu, who brought so much honour to the nation.
The President recalled Nwosu’s brilliance on the field of play as a 17-year-old in the then-Green Eagles squad that won the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations.
He acknowledged Nwosu’s over a decade of service to the nation as a member of the national football team, his role in subsequent AFCON tournaments in 1982, 1984, and 1988, and his contributions to sports development in the country.
The President stated that Nigerians will always remember the late playmaker for the pride and joy he brought to the nation and for inspiring many compatriots to greater accomplishments.
He prayed for the repose of Nwosu’s soul and comfort for his family.
